The county seat of DuPage County, offering classic suburban living, high-performing schools, direct Metra train access, and 500 acres of beauty at Cantigny Park.
Wheaton is a historic, cozy town about 25 miles west of Chicago. About 53,000 people live here among big, shady trees. It’s known for being super safe, having amazing parks, and hosting fun community events all year long.
Top Schools: Served by the excellent District 200 schools.
Wheaton College: Home to a famous college right in the middle of town.
Cantigny Park: A giant 500-acre park with huge gardens, two military museums, and a golf course!
Cosley Zoo: A fun, local zoo filled with native wild animals and farm animals.
French Market: An open-air market downtown every weekend with food, crafts, and flowers.
Homes range from beautiful historic houses near downtown to comfy suburban neighborhood homes. The Metra train stops right in town, making it a dream for commuters heading into Chicago.
59,733 people live in Wheaton, where the median age is 38.3 and the average individual income is $62,972. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Wheaton, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Wheaton French Market, Wheaton Park District, and Joy Meditation.
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Wheaton has 22,041 households, with an average household size of 2.545. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Wheaton do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 59,733 people call Wheaton home. The population density is 3,632 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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